Canon G9 X II vs Nikon S8000

In this write-up, we are contrasting the Canon G9 X II vs Nikon S8000, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Nikon. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the G9 X II (20MP) and S8000 (14MP) and the G9 X II (1") and S8000 (1/2.3") use different sensor size.

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The G9 X II was launched 6 years later than the S8000 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a thorough comparison, below is a brief view of how the G9 X II grades against the S8000 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II and Nikon Coolpix S8000. The complete galleries are available at Canon G9 X II Gallery and Nikon S8000 Gallery.

If you're intending to lug around your camera often, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon G9 X II has physical dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") along with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Nikon S8000 has dimensions of 103mm x 57mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.1") and a weight of 183 grams (0.40 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the G9 X II against the S8000.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the G9 X II and S8000 is 92 and 93 respectively.

Often, it is hard to imagine the gap between sensor measurements only by looking at technical specs. The graphic underneath will help give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the G9 X II and S8000.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The G9 X II due to its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF less difficult and the Canon G9 X II will give you greater detail utilizing its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop photos a little more aggressively. The younger G9 X II should have a benefit in sensor innovation.